The job we get to do: A glimpse into the world of skilled nursing therapists
By
Renee Kinder
Oct 12, 2023
In meetings recently I heard perspective from a colleague about the “job we get to do” as rehab professionals who are entrusted with caring for our patients — who are not just patients. They...
Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder involving the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus or gastroesophageal junction. Consequences of dysphagia include malnutrition and dehydration, aspiration pneumonia, compromised...
Sticking to the plan of care pays off
By
Renee Kinder
Jun 06, 2024
Raising children, like providing patient care, requires a plan. The older our children become, like when patients show progress, the more freedom they should be allowed. The guide book for plan of care...
The skill of knowing the basics
By
Renee Kinder
Feb 16, 2023
In a world of constant chatter, revolving news streams, and search for the latest and greatest viral trend, there is a skill to shutting it all out and going back to the basics. In the realm of rehab...
Is this billable time?
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Mar 07, 2012
The title sounds like an obvious question, but I can guarantee that the majority of therapists have under billed at some point in their career.
Finding your PAC
By
Renee Kinder
Jul 21, 2022
Are horse people “solid people,” or are they “crazy people”? After three straight days of 5 a.m. rise-and-shines to get my daughter Emmy ready for showing, I initially said, “Girl, these people...
Home for the holidays: What does it mean for your patients?
By
Renee Kinder
Dec 15, 2022
Home, what does it mean to you? Home (ˈhōm) has many definitions: one’s place of residence; the social unit formed by a family living together a familiar or usual setting; congenial environment;...
How to safely ‘fly the coop’
By
Renee Kinder
Apr 25, 2019
Transitions in care can be difficult, they can be scary, and when not coordinated appropriately they can be downright dangerous.
What your therapy team should know about the CMS REACH Model
By
Renee Kinder
Mar 03, 2022
We all know it to be true. Common sense, really. When we as therapists coordinate our care more efficiently across teams and settings our patients excel. They feel supported. And in many cases, they...
Some ‘go-to’ rule sites for LTC pros
By
Renee Kinder
Nov 07, 2019
I continue to believe the occasional concerns, regulatory misunderstandings and questions associated with internal policy seen in the post-acute world are often secondary to a general lack of understanding...